This 4166 sq ft building is steeped in character and history, offering an extraordinary canvas for transformation. Built in 1977 as a pottery studio and sign making shop, it still carries its artisan roots including a large kiln on site, ready for use. The post and beam construction is a centerpiece, featuring reclaimed beams from a former fertilizer factory in Georgia. Some of these timbers measure an impressive 11' x 16" and are believed to be clear heart pine, a wood renowned for its durability and rich grain. Both the interior and exterior are clad in cypress, adding warmth and natural beauty to the structure. With its expansive open spaces, the building provides a perfect template to be remodeled into a one of a kind mountain home. The large beams and open framework lend themselves to custom layouts, whether you envision a rustic retreat, a modern mountain lodge, or a blend of both. Set on approximately 5.65 total acres, the property includes a .72 acre building lot, (separate PIN #) allowing flexibility for future investment or selling it separately. And also a beautiful level field that could be perfect for gardens or anything permitted by the town. Its location on one of Banner Elk’s original historic roads ties the property to the area’s past, while the surrounding High Country landscape offers endless recreational and lifestyle opportunities. This property is more than just a structure, it is an opportunity to craft a home as unique and enduring as the materials it was built with. There is a buried oil fuel tank currently in use that serves the circulating hot water heat. Baseboard electric is in the area of the home with the kitchen.
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Pending
Price cut: $51K (12/3)
$499,000
297 Old Turnpike NW Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604
--beds
2,826sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1977
5.65 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$177/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Post and beam constructionBeautiful level fieldExpansive open spacesSurrounding high country landscape
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 29, 2026 at 01:58pm
Listed by:
Marsha McManus (828)898-3500,
The Summit Group Of The Carolinas,
James Canterbury 828-260-5528,
The Summit Group Of The Carolinas
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 257989
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil, Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
Features
- None, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Windows: Casement Window(s), Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Free Standing, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,166
- Total interior livable area: 2,826 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,826
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, No Garage, Paved, Private
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Open
- Exterior features: Paved Driveway
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: Creek, Stream
Lot
- Size: 5.65 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 18490090711300000
- Zoning description: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,Mountain
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Other, See Remarks, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Not Connected, Public Sewer, Septic Permit 2 Bedroom
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Banner Elk
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $177/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $2,420
- Date on market: 9/10/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,771/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/29/2026 | Pending sale | $499,000$177/sqft |
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| 12/3/2025 | Price change | $499,000-9.3%$177/sqft |
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| 9/25/2025 | Price change | $550,000+10%$195/sqft |
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| 9/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $499,900$177/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,716/mo
Principal & interest
$2371
Home insurance
$175
Property taxes
$170
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28604
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Banner Elk Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 5/10Cranberry Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 4/10Avery County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Banner Elk
- Middle: Avery
- High: Avery County
Source: High Country AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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